VMM 100 MILES
Returning 2024!
IMPORTANT: Check what mandatory kit you need HERE.
161km | +8,600 m
Start time: Returning 2024
Final COT: 44 hours
Start location: Sapa Square – Google maps
Finish location: Topas Ecolodge – Google maps
Bus depart to start: please see your Race Start Time & Location
Age restriction: Registration is only open for very experienced runners, at least 18 years old on race day.
The Course
Make no mistake, this is an extremely hard 100 miles.
It includes the VMM 100km course which has also been updated to provide more trail and it is therefore more challenging than previous editions.
The first part of the course which is unique to 100 mile runners is extremely beautiful, but also very tough.
After a run out of Sapa, you will soon be on the ridge line, which is all trail and includes very little flat.
After running across the ridge line you will come down from Mount Silverstone (the final peak of the standard VMM) to Topas Ecolodge and Checkpoint 103.
From here, you will head onto two stunning clockwise loops around nearby valleys, returning each time to the lodge.
This means you come back to CP103 multiple times. Here we will set up a great checkpoint, plus you can also store everything you need in your drop bag
As stated above, the 100k course you will then join is also updated, with the most significant changes in the first 30k.
Qualifying for entry
To run VMM 100 miles, you must have previously completed at least one 70km+ ultra mountain marathon* (not a road event) before the race. The race must be an official race, not a virtual race / club run.
On registration, please provide a URL link to your qualifying result (VTS results page, ITRA results page, or similar). If you plan to complete a qualifying race between now and race day, you must send us your result by 30 days prior to the race date.
Failure to provide evidence of a qualifying past performance will result in refusal of entry.
*Please note we will assess your submitted performance for its level of difficulty and the organiser’s decision is final. A GPX track that is not an official race is not sufficient for qualification.
Mandatory Briefing and mandatory equipment check
Your equipment will also be checked. Read detail Mandatory Kit here.
As at all Topas races, we will also perform random checks, plus compulsory checks for the top 3 at the finish.
It is your responsibility as a conscientious and rule-following mountain runner to ensure the safety of yourself, your fellow runners and the organisers by carrying this kit.
Pacers
- For the 100 mile race only, pacers (companion runners) are allowed for the final 70k of your run.
- The pacer must have run at least 1 mountain marathon to qualify as your pacer.
- Pacers may NOT CARRY any equipment, food or water for you. They are there for moral support and encouragement, not physical help.
- Pacers must wear the special pacer bib that will match your own bib number.
- Pacers are responsible for their own transport to checkpoints.
- Pacers must carry the same mandatory kit as defined for VMM 70k runners.
- You may have 2 pacers, but only one can accompany you at any time. Change over of pacers is permitted at checkpoints only.
- There is NO bag drop provision for pacers
- No race kit for pacers: Pacer bib only
- The pacer must be present at race pack collection and sign the indemnity form
Please send your pacer(s)’ information to info@vietnammountainmarathon.com
- Full name
- Gender
- Date of birth
- Passport / ID number
- Nationality
- Mobile phone
Drop Bag
- CP103 Drop Bag + CP4 Drop Bag + Finish Bag
- Leave all bags at the START LINE.
- Label bags using the tags provided
- Recommended: also write your name and number on the bag to be extra clear.
- CP Drop bags will be brought back to the finish when the CP closes. If you leave the finish area before this, collect it in Sapa Square on Sunday.
Choose your race distance
| RACE DISTANCE | STANDARD FEE |
|---|---|
| CỰ LY | Phí tiêu chuẩn |
| 10km – Sunday / Chủ nhật | VND 1,350,000 (~USD 59) |
| 21km | VND 2,950,000 (~USD 129) |
| 42km | VND 3,200,000 (~USD 139) |
| 70km | VND 3,900,000 (~USD 169) |
| 100km | VND 4,350,000 (~USD 189) |
| *Group Registration Discount | Ưu đãi đăng ký nhóm | |
| 10-49 runners | 10-49 người | 5% |
| 50+ runners | Từ 50 người trở lên | 10% |
We also offer various 3-day and 4-day add-on packages, including transport to and from Hanoi, your accommodation and your meals.
Sapa Travel Packages
| PACKAGE | DATE | NGÀY | HOTEL | KHÁCH SẠN | Adult | Người lớn | Children | Trẻ em | Single supplement | Phụ phí phòng đơn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-day Inclusive Package | Trọn gói 3 ngày | Friday – Sunday, 22-24/09/2023 | Sapa Highland Resort | VND 3,850,000 (~USD 157) | VND 3,400,000 (~USD 139) | VND 1,200,000 (~USD 49) |
| 4-day Inclusive Package | Trọn gói 4 ngày | Thursday – Sunday, 21-24/09/2023 | BB Sapa Resort & Spa | VND 5,750,000 (~USD 235) | VND 4,200,000 (~USD 171) | VND 2,700,000 (~USD 110) |
Topas Ecolodge Travel Packages
| PACKAGE | DATE | NGÀY | Adult | Người lớn | Single supplement | Phụ phí phòng đơn |
|---|---|---|---|
| PREMIUM Bungalow: 3-DAY PACKAGE *SOLD OUT | HẾT CHỖ | Friday – Sunday, 22-24/09/2023 | VND 11,000,000 (~USD 449) | VND 7,800,000 (~USD 318) |
| PREMIUM Bungalow: 4-DAY PACKAGE *SOLD OUT | HẾT CHỖ | Thursday – Sunday, 21-24/09/2023 | VND 17,000,000 (~USD 694) | VND 11,000,000 (~USD 449) |
| SUITE Bungalow: 3-DAY PACKAGE *SOLD OUT | HẾT CHỖ | Friday – Sunday, 22-24/09/2023 | VND 14,500,000 (~USD 592) | VND 11,000,000 (~USD 449) |
| SUITE Bungalow: 4-DAY PACKAGE *Only 1 package slot for FEMALE is available. Twin sharing with another runner of the same gender. Kindly email us to book. | Thursday – Sunday, 21-24/09/2023 | VND 21,000,000 (~USD 857) | VND 15,600,000 (~USD 637) |
| POOL VILLA: 3-DAY PACKAGE *SOLD OUT | HẾT CHỖ | Friday – Sunday, 22-24/09/2023 | VND 23,000,000 (~USD 939) | VND 20,000,000 (~USD 816) |
| POOL VILLA: 4-DAY PACKAGE *SOLD OUT | HẾT CHỖ | Thursday – Sunday, 21-24/09/2023 | VND 34,700,000 (~USD 1,416) | VND 30,500,000 (~USD 1,245) |
- Read more about the Sapa Travel Packages
- Read more about the Topas Ecolodge Travel Packages
- Run Only Program
VMM 160km is a VTS Ultra Points race, a 6-point qualifying race for ITRA and an Asia Trail Master A points race, Vietnam’s ATM Supertrail and UTMB Index Race.